At 16:47 1/5/02, Mike wrote:
Scott, If you already have a 135 then the 85/2 would be a good choice.
The 135 lets you get back a ways out of the subject's face and might be
less intimidating but to my eye is a bit too long and imparts a flat
look, kinda like the people are cardboard cut outs. (This is an extreme
analogy and not as bad as I make it sound) The 85 however has a more 3
dimensional look and the bokeh is smooth. It is especially useful for
two or more subjects. It has the added benefit of making a great macro
when coupled with a 14mm auto tube.
mike
I've used both the 135/2.8 and 85/2 with the auto tubes for macros. Both
exhibit excellent background bokeh. The 135/2.8 lives in the shadow of the
expensive and fast 100/2; it's one of the unsung heroes of the Zuiko
lenses. I'd rather use the 85/2 for portraiture, with the 135/2.8 reserved
for very tight portraits, but that's a personal preference. Each
photographer has their own portraiture style and desired working
distances. I've also used the 85/2 wide open for urban night street
shooting _hand_held_ with ISO 400 film. Not easy, but it works and is much
easier than using a 100mm lens. It would be nice to have a 100/2, but
haven't found a compelling need for one with the 135 and 85 combination.
-- John
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